The Rules

  • No Leadcore
  • No braided mainline except marker and spod rods
  • Barbless hooks only
  • Minimum of 42” landing net and large unhooking mat (No sharing)
  • Minimum of 15 lb mainline 
  • No fixed leads
  • No live or dead baiting for catfish
  • No bent hooks, including long shank curved type hooks
  • No litter or discarded line
  • No dogs, guns, radios or excessive noise. You will be responsible for your own swim
  • No fires or unsupported BBQ’s (must be raised from the ground), no continuous burning lights at night
  • Alcohol in moderation
  • Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes the use of any illegal substances; if found in your possession this will be treated as a legal matter and the police will be contacted
  • There is an angler’s toilet. Please use it!
  • One spectator per fisherman only
  • Children aged 5 or under are not permitted on the banks due to health and safety reasons
  • Night fishing must be booked and paid for in advance
  • Anglers must be in possession of a valid rod licence
  • No rods to be left unattended at any time
  • No trespassing into the adjoining fields or woodland. Anyone caught entering/leaving the fishery outside hours will be treated as a criminal and may be prosecuted.
  • For security purposes night fishermen’s vehicles will be locked in on the site at closing time until 7.00am the following morning. Anglers may leave during the night for emergencies only
  • Night Fishing – Bookings only, Fees collected